Process Engineer

ALTEN Portugal, a leading force in the IT, Engineering and Life Sciences industries. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Process Engineer.

ALTEN Group

Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 employees (88% engineers), carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defense & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.

Do you want to work in exciting projects at renowned clients? At ALTEN we believe that knowing and meeting the expectations of our consultants is a key factor in our success. Our consultants make the difference. Do you want to make the difference too?

We are seeking a Process Engineer to support and review pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and facility design projects. This role will focus on analyzing process schematics (e.g., P&IDs), developing operational workflows, and performing technical calculations to ensure compliance with GMP regulations, project requirements, and industry standards for CAPEX projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and facility design expertise
• CAPEX project management in GMP-regulated environments
• Process improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• New production unit and facility implementation projects
• Cleanroom and containment solutions design coordination
• Utilities and infrastructure systems integration
• Cross-functional stakeholder management and alignment
• Contractor and supplier management throughout project lifecycle
• Budget control, schedule tracking and reporting
• International and multidisciplinary project team coordination

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3–8 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process design, or facility implementation, preferably in GMP-regulated environments.
• Proven track record in process layout design, P&ID analysis, and operational workflow development for production units or cleanroom systems.
• Experience in process calculations, utilities integration, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, ICH).
• Strong background in project management for CAPEX initiatives, budget control, and cross-functional coordination in international and multidisciplinary teams.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal (Hybrid).

Why Join Us?

• Possibility to work with cutting-edge technology in the Life Sciences industry
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Possibility to join a top-leading company in the industry
• Continuous trainings
• Possibility to join different and interesting projects

If you want to embrace in a new and challenging opportunity and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our team, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.